• Windhover Center for the Performing Arts presents NYC Contemporary Dance Double Bill: Alison Cook Beatty and Nattie Trogdon + Hollis Bartlett

    Windhover Center for the Performing Arts  

    What do we choose to carry forward and what do we leave behind? This special double bill performance of New York City-based dance artists celebrates the breadth of ways in which legacy informs contemporary dance. Join us for this thought-provoking and viscerally moving performance before heading to the Illumination Night fireworks!

    $9 – $27

    Manchester Summer Chamber Music at the Barn at Crane Estate

    The Crane Estate  

    Manchester Summer Chamber Music (“MSCM”) celebrates its 15th season with four stunning programs and six performances of world class chamber music this summer between August 8-22. Combining the magic of warm summer nights with dynamic interpretations of chamber music gems and vibrant new music, MSCM offers performances that welcome audiences of all backgrounds and ages....

    $45

    Sunset Sessions at the Birdseye Rooftop

    Sunset Sessions at the Birdseye Rooftop

    Beauport Hotel Gloucester  

    Enjoy the weekend in style at Sunset Sessions. An evening of vibrant energy, coastal glamour, and unforgettable harbor front views at Beauport Hotel’s Birdseye Rooftop. Join us during our 10th year by the sea, every Friday and Saturday evening for a lively celebration featuring DJ entertainment from The 617 Event Group. Dance as the sun...

    $30

    Jake Pardee, trio

    Shalin Liu Performance Center  

    Rockport's Illumination Night Enjoy an evening of live music and Rockport’s Illumination Night in the relaxed, lounge-like setting of Upstairs on Main, where great music meets a casual atmosphere with the bar open throughout the event. Boston-based guitarist and singer Jake Pardee along with his trio bring a soulful, acoustic blend of roots, Americana, blues,...

    $21.00

    King Yellowman

    The Cut  

    Jamaica's first dancehall superstar, Yellowman ushered in a new era in reggae music following Bob Marley's death. His early-'80s success brought the popularity of toasting -- the reggae equivalent of rapping -- to a whole new level, and helped establish dancehall as the wave of the future. For better or for worse, he also epitomized...

    Peach & Sunflower Festival

    Peach & Sunflower Festival

    Cider Hill Farm  

    Cider Hill Farm is celebrating all things sunshine, flowers and peaches on August 8-9 and August 15-16! The multi-weekend event features cut-your-own farmhouse bouquets, free live music, local makers, hard cider bar, activities, hayrides, tastings, food trucks, peach treats, sunflower walk, and pick-your-own peaches. **RSVP & Tickets** RSVP now and buy PYO tix when they...

    Free admission - doesn't include PYO, food or drink

    Vintage Base Ball

    Vintage Base Ball

    Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm  

    It’s Base Ball, 1864 style at Spencer Peirce Little Farm! These fun, historically accurate games feature underhand pitching without gloves. A ball bounced once and caught is an out! Snacks, baseballs, and cards are available for purchase. Come and see for yourself how “America’s favorite pastime” was played in the 1860s. The teams competing are...

    $5

    Marblehead Free Days at the North Shore Children’s Museum!

    North Shore Children’s Museum  

    Marblehead residents can enjoy free admission to the North Shore Children’s Museum on August 8-9 and August 15-16! With the generous support of Marblehead Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council, we are excited to offer free admission days for Marblehead Residents. Tickets may be reserved online in advance or in person. Get your tickets at...

    Free

    Windhover Center for the Performing Arts presents Quarry Dance 2026

    Windhover Center for the Performing Arts  

    Art meets nature at this special free event! Join us as New York City-based Alison Cook Beatty Dance performs a site-specific dance sure to inspire wonder. Quarry Dance is Windhover’s signature summer project, the vision of Windhover’s founder, the late Ina Hahn. Her vision marries the art of modern dance with the pristine landscapes of...

    Free

    Marblehead Art Association Solo Exhibits Opening Reception

    Marblehead Arts Association  

    Discover inspiring artworks at Marblehead Arts Association’s Opening Reception on Sunday August 9 in these Solo Exhibits by Juried Artists - Lucia Balinbin, Annette Sykes, Jessica Murdock, Christen Mailler, and Richard Honan, as well as “The Spirit of ‘76” themed Artist Members exhibit. Admission is free and complimentary refreshments will be served, with opportunities to...

    Free

    Ray Chen, violin Chelsea Wang, piano

    Shalin Liu Performance Center  

    Violinist Ray Chen redefines the classical artist for the 21st century, combining extraordinary musicianship with global digital reach. A major international soloist and prizewinner, Chen connects millions worldwide through performances marked by virtuosity, warmth, and a deep commitment to engaging new audiences. PROGRAM MOZART: Violin Sonata in B-flat Major, K. 454 GRIEG: Violin Sonata No....

    $78.00

    Birdseye Rooftop Live Music Access

    Birdseye Rooftop Live Music Access

    Beauport Hotel Gloucester  

    Bringing live music every Sunday-Thursday on the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel with craft cocktails and unbeatable views. Elevate your weeknight above Gloucester Harbor. Join us on the Birdseye Rooftop for live music by Dis N Dat Band, handcrafted cocktails, and golden hour views stretching from the working waterfront to downtown Gloucester, all paired with...

    $20